Asked by james fidele on Sep 26, 2024
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A breast cancer survivor has chemotherapy-related cognitive impairment. Which area should the nurse assess?
A) Pain
B) Grief
C) Nightmares
D) Short-term memory
Chemotherapy-Related
Pertaining to side effects or conditions associated with chemotherapy treatment.
Cognitive Impairment
A range of mental disorders or conditions that affect cognitive functions such as memory, attention, problem-solving, and decision-making.
Short-Term Memory
The capacity to hold a small amount of information in an active, readily available state for a short period.
- Successfully explain to patients the potential effects and issues associated with cancer treatment options.
Verified Answer
VJ
Vince John Elicotabout 24 hours ago
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Breast cancer survivors report having difficulty with short-term memory, focusing, working, reading with comprehension, and driving with chemotherapy-related cognitive impairment (CRCI). Pain occurs with other long-term effects of cancer survival but does not occur with CRCI. Grief and nightmares occur with post-traumatic stress disorder.
Learning Objectives
- Successfully explain to patients the potential effects and issues associated with cancer treatment options.